Annotated Bibliography: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

David J. Morris, a Marines veteran, and the author of The Evil Hours, states that over the past four decades, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder has permeated every corner of our culture. Morris states a species of pain that that went unnamed for most of human history, PTSD is now the fourth most common psychiatric

Post-traumatic disorder (PTSD) is one of the leading mental issues in the world right now. It includes introduction to injury including passing or the danger of death, genuine damage, or sexual brutality. Something is traumatic when it is exceptionally startling, overpowering and causes a considerable measure of pain. Injury is regularly sudden, and numerous individuals say that they felt feeble to stop or change the occasion. Traumatic occasions might incorporate wrongdoings, common fiascos, mishaps, war or strife, or different dangers to life. It could be an occasion or circumstance that one encounters or something that transpires, including friends and family. The post-traumatic stress is not subject to any definite experience a priori,

PTSD not only affects the sufferer, but their families in numerous ways also. Moreover, research has been shown for the history of this disorder, how it is presented in young adult literature, and the affects it has on individuals in society. Many people will feel bad for the individual with PTSD, but their loved ones make the sacrifices. They live with someone that shouldn’t have to suffer with PTSD, but they have been through a traumatic event that has caused them to be diagnosed with the disorder.

Although posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is sometimes considered to be a relatively new diagnosis, as the name first appeared in 1980, the concept of the disorder has a very long history. That history has often been linked to the history of war, but the disorder has also been frequently described in civilian settings involving natural disasters, mass catastrophes, and serious accidental injuries. The diagnosis first appeared in the official nomenclature when Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)-I was published in 1952 under the name gross stress reaction. It was omitted, however, in the next edition in 1968, after a long

Post-traumatic stress disorder abbreviated PTSD is a response to traumatic events in someone’s life. Traumatic events are events that provoke fear, helplessness or horror in response to a threat or extreme stressor (Yehuda, 2002). Soldiers and other military members are at a much higher risk to Post traumatic stress disorder due to combat and other stressful situations they are put into. People effected by Post-traumatic stress disorder will have symptoms including flashbacks, avoidance of things, people or places that remind them of the traumatic event. Also, hyper arousal which includes insomnia, irritability, impaired concentration and higher startle reactions. In this paper I will discuss post-traumatic stress disorder, its signs, symptom and effects on culture as portrayed in the movie, American Sniper.

Post-traumatic stress disorder has always been an important issue to me. PTSD became an interest of mine when I saw the effects that it has on my husband and other Veterans suffering from the same issue. I wanted to pursue this research topic to further education myself, and inform others. PTSD not only effects the Veterans mentally, but it also has an effect on their family members as well, living with someone who is easily startled, has nightmares, or avoids social situations can take a toll on everybody. In this particular topic, I will focus on inquiring information about combat Veterans, families of combat Veterans, and others interested in learning or gaining more information about post-traumatic stress disorder. I will inform my audience about this topic through various reports from past century wars and convince my audience on how post- traumatic stress disorder effects combat Veterans later in life. I am conducting this project with combat Veterans, and their families in mind as my audience. Family members of a combat Veteran may not know the signs and symptoms of PTSD.

Thesis Statement: We hear about it in the news, papers, and small town chatter; be we don’t really understand what it is. It affects the victims mind, body, and people around them; I want to inform you all about this disorder, and what it does.

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a relatively new diagnosis that was associated with survivors of war when it was first introduced. Its diagnosis was met largely with skepticism and dismissal by the public of the validity of the illness. PTSD was only widely accepted when it was included as a diagnosis in 1980 in the third edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-III) of the American Psychiatric Association. PTSD is a complex mental disorder that develops in response to exposure to a severe traumatic event that stems a cluster of symptoms. Being afflicted with the disorder is debilitating, disrupting an individual’s ability to function and perform the most basic tasks.

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can and usually is an extremely disruptive mental health disorder that, frequently diminishes a person’s overall quality of life, and usually follows a chronic, often lifelong, course.” (Kassam-Adams, & Winston, 2004, p. 407). Given the ubiquitous nature of threatening or catastrophic trauma, PTSD is becoming more and more common among our youth. “It may affect 10% of women and 5% of men at some stage in their lives.” (Kar, 2011, p.167). According to Kar, (2011), This is a large number of the population and depending upon the degree and nature in which the traumatic event has occurred, the rates of PTSD victims that have been reported could then approach 100%. (p.167). PTSD is described as having a multitude

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder does effect the brain. PTSD is an injury, and scientist and doctors are starting to find brain evidence of these injuries. It does not mean that those who are diagnosed with it are brain damaged nor does it mean that they will not be able to recover from it, it means that there are parts of the brain that can be visualized on MRI's, PET Scans, and on an MEG (Magnetoencephalogram) and they are showing remarkable changes from PTSD. People need to understand what PTSD is, how doctors know it is there, and that it is a disorder that one can recover from.

This literature review researches Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The purpose for this literature review is to show that the work is being conducted to the understanding and knowledge of the Post- Traumatic Stress Disorder. PTSD is an anxiety disorder that develops when someone witness or experiences a traumatic event. Most people who develop PTSD get better; however, some people may continue to have some symptoms over their lifetime. There are several treatments to help patients deal with symptoms of PTSD to include therapies and medications. However, there has been research conducted on PTSD and some interesting facts have turned up.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a serious disorder in which a person is unable to recoup or recover from a traumatic or terrifying experience. People who suffer from this disorder may relive their traumatic experience in forms of nightmares, flashbacks, or memories. Many associate Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder with soldiers. However, anyone can develop the debilitating disorder after a traumatic experience. But, not everyone who goes through a traumatic experience will get the PTSD. Chances of developing the disorder can depend on one’s personality to family history, etc... In addition, the disorder may lead to depression or anxiety if left untreated. This paper explores the psychological effects of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder,

Twenty percent of all American adults who experience traumatic events this year will go on to develop Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. It is estimated that 31 million United States citizens are suffering from the disorder at any given moment. Posttraumatic Stress Disorder is one of the world’s most prominent psychological issues, despite the fact that several people are not even familiar with its name. Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder that may occur after experiencing traumatizing events or being involved in life-threatening situations. There are several warning signs that a victim of PTSD may omit that range from subtle to very intense, including—but not limited to—avoidance of certain people, objects, or places, negative thoughts and moodiness, and changes in emotional behavior. Fortunately, there are ways to prevent the onset of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder altogether. For example, one can try to detect the disorder early, and seek help immediately following a traumatizing event. However, if PTSD does happen to be diagnosed, it can be managed via various types of psychological therapy and rehabilitation as well as medically prescribed aliments to combat the potential issues that may arise. These treatments are beneficial to society as a whole when taking into consideration just how many of its members suffer from this disorder. Many people deal with PTSD, but the presence of this pandemic can be moderated through consciousness of causation,

There are several multifarious studies on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and its evolution. There are studies that delve into the psychological effects of PTSD on people 's brain activity and human behavior after a traumatic experience. There are also studies such as those written by Patience Mason and Kay Marie Porterfield which provide information centered specifically on the development of PTSD in the area of combat and war throughout history. The authors of Straight Talk about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and A Short Story of PTSD describe and explain how troopers from the past have coped with the existence of PTSD and the treatment of society, which tends to affect the development of the illness. In this report, further analyzes will be made on the different influences and effects of PTSD of soldiers.

Post-Traumatic stress disorder has affected humans probably as long as we have had a higher consciousness, but it is only recently that researchers, medical professionals and psychotherapists have had much understanding into its nature and treatment. Although this disorder may be easy to describe, the effects of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder negatively affect a person’s mental health, physical health, work and relationships. Seventy percent of adults in the U.S. have experienced some type of traumatic event at least once in their lives. Up to twenty percent can develop Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, estimated eight percent of Americans have Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (Tull).